ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 987594 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.82
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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
ramble
eloquent
extant
divide

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

2 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
exception
preclude
inauspicious
verify

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

3 After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams.
81% Answer Correctly
periodic
brawl
impenitent
obnoxious

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

4 Lenient most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
heinous
commemorate
defiant
merciful

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

5 Implausible most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
improbable
fragile
apathetic
discern

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."